Company Description:
We don’t just build worlds. We build the teams that build better worlds.
From Montreal to Mumbai, London to Los Angeles, we unite diverse talent and experience across 10 global studios, delivering stronger, simpler, smarter VFX for episodic television and feature films.
For well over a decade, FOLKS artists have come together to create ambitious work with human-focused collaboration. As part of the Pitch Black network, our teams contribute their distinct creative strengths to a broader community of talent, technology, and expertise around the world.
Join us and find your FOLKS.
Job Description:- Integrate CG characters, FX elements, and 2D elements into plate photography
- Pull keys, despill, and perform edge work for bluescreen/greenscreen shots
- Apply colour correction and grading to match plate lighting and continuity
- Self-QC your work for edge quality, stable mattes, grain, and frame-to-frame continuity before submitting
- Troubleshoot common comp and pipeline issues, escalating to Pipeline/TDs when needed
- Present work in dailies and respond to supervisor feedback
- Mid-Level: work independently on moderately complex shots, tech check others' work, troubleshoot Nuke scripts and render performance, and script in Python to streamline repetitive tasks
- Mid-Level: provide guidance and technical support to junior artists
- Junior: foundational knowledge of CG integration, keying, and colour grading; familiarity with Nuke and Mocha; strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn
- Mid-Level: proven compositing experience in VFX production; solid proficiency in Nuke and Mocha; basic Python scripting; ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines
- Both: strong communication skills, comfort working across time zones, and (a plus) experience with RV or similar playback tools
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Need Accommodation?
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.
Privacy Notice
Your personal information will be collected, used, and stored for recruitment purposes in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Pitch Black is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Pitch Black, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or family status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.
Proven compositing experience in VFX production; solid proficiency in Nuke and Mocha; basic Python scripting; ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines; strong communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- integrating CG elements
- pulling keys
- applying color correction
Skills & Tools
Nuke, Mocha, Python, RV
Job Details
- Category: Creative and Art Services
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Contract
- Workplace: Remote — New York City, New York, United States
- Salary: USD 124,800 – 166,400 / year
- Languages: English
About Pitch Black Creative
A global VFX studio network delivering visual effects for episodic television and feature films. — Industry: Media and Communications